Reliable representation at every turn. (303) 773-8100
Ben King is a Colorado native and third-generation trial attorney. Mr. King attended the University of Colorado at Boulder, Leeds School of Business where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Marketing. Subsequently, he received his Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Miami’s School of Law in Florida and is licensed to practice law in the state and federal courts of Colorado, and the United States Supreme Court (SCOTUS). Mr. King began his legal career with a prestigious Denver family law firm where he specialized in litigating highly-contested divorces and child custody cases. Additionally, he also has experience in appellate work and has prevailed on issues in both the Colorado Court of Appeals and Colorado Supreme Court. Mr. King’s practice is solely focused on family law.
Mr. King has received the honorable designation of Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2019 & 2020. This honor is bestowed on less than 2.5% of the lawyers in Colorado. Ben is also rated AV Preeminent by Martindale-Hubbell and holding "High Ethical Standing." This anonymous peer rated review is reserved as an award for the highest level of professional excellence. This rating was achieved by Mr. King through recognition by his peers for his integrity. Mr. King has a proven track record of providing honorable, attentive, and strategic counsel to all of his clients. He has maintained an impeccable reputation, which has resulted in this prestigious attorney award. Since 1868, Martindale-Hubbell has been the gold standard in attorney ratings and has recognized lawyers for their strong legal ability and high ethical standards for more than a century. Starting in 2019, Ben was also named to "Best Lawyers" for family law in Denver.
Mr. King has authored multiple legal publications and is a member of: the American Bar Association (ABA), Colorado Bar Association (CBA), Denver Bar Association (DBA), Arapahoe County Bar Association, Colorado Bar Young Lawyers Division, Faculty of Federal Advocates, Metro Denver Interdisciplinary Committee (MDIC), the Douglas-Elbert County Bar Association (DEBA), and Mr. King is the Douglas-Elbert Bar Association Representative to the Metro Volunteer Lawyers (MVL) Board of Governors. Mr. King was recently elected to the Colorado Bar Association’s Executive Council for the Family Law Section.
Mr. King is a fitness enthusiast who enjoys volunteering in the local community when he is not exploring the Colorado mountain ranges and spending time with his family.
Contact Mr. King today to assist with your divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, and spousal maintenance issues.
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Montgomery Little & Soran, PC
303-773-8100
Suite 800
Greenwood Village, CO, 80111
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CO | Active | 2015 | 11/10/2020 |
Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
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Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers in America | 2020 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2020 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2019 |
Best Lawyer | Best Lawyers | 2019 |
AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2018 |
Rated Superb | Avvo | 2017 |
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Top Contributor | Avvo | 2016 |
Best Law Firms in America | U.S. News & World Report | 2015 |
Winner of Litigation Skills Trial Competition | National Institute for Trial Advocacy | 2014 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Litigation Attorney | Montgomery Little & Soran, PC | 2020 - Present |
Trial Attorney | McConaughy & Sarkissian, P.C. | 2016 - 2019 |
Attorney | Litvak Litvak Mehrtens & Carlton, P.C. | 2015 - 2016 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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United States Supreme Court | Admitted to Practice | 2018 - Present |
Douglas-Elbert Bar Association (DEBA) Representative to the Metro Volunteer Lawyers (MVL) Board of Governors | Chair of Board of Directors | 2017 - Present |
Colorado Bar Association | Executive Council | 2017 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
Colorado Defense Lawyers Association | Member | 2016 - Present |
Denver Source for Collaborative Divorce | Member | 2016 - Present |
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Denver Bar Association, Metro Volunteer Lawyers | Member | 2016 - Present |
Denver Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Metro Denver Interdisciplinary Committee (MDIC) | Member | 2015 - Present |
Arapahoe County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Colorado Bar Association, Family Law Section | Member | 2015 - Present |
Faculty of Federal Advocates | Member | 2015 - Present |
Douglas/Elbert County Bar Association | Member | 2015 - Present |
Colorado Collaborative Divorce Professionals | Member | 2015 - Present |
Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2013 - Present |
Colorado Trial Lawyers Association | Voting Member | 2016 - 2016 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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The Docket: Denver Bar Association | Pandemic Pro Bono Publico | 2020 |
Colorado Bar Association | Top 10 Drafting Mistakes to Avoid for 2020 Family Law Institute | 2020 |
Colorado Bar Association | The Pandora's Box of NSFOP Use: Locating and Using "Not Selected for Official Publication" Cases in Trial Court | 2019 |
Family Law Section Newsletter from Colorado Bar Association | PRE Privileged and Confidential? Maybe Neither! | 2019 |
The Docket: Denver Bar Association | The Privilege of Philanthropy | 2018 |
AVVO Legal Guides | Top 5 Tips to Minimize your Divorce Attorney's Fees & Costs | 2017 |
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LLMC, P.C. | Premarital Agreements: What they are and why you Should Care | 2016 |
Colorado Bar Association Family Law Section | Spoliation of Evidence: Now what do I do? | 2016 |
AVVO Legal Guides | What Constitutes Income for Child Support Purposes? | 2016 |
Wealthcounsel Quarterly | An Introduction to Trust Issues in Divorce | 2016 |
Colorado Bar Association | Family Law Bench Bar Book | 2016 |
The Docket: Denver Bar Association | DBA Member Highlight | 2016 |
Colorado Bar Association | 2015 Annual Survey of Family Law | 2015 |
LLMC | Family Law Issues Every Financial Planner Should Know | 2015 |
Colorado Bar Association | When a PCDM Goes Too Far | 2014 |
Colorado Bar Association publication | 2014 Annual Survey of Family Law | 2014 |
Law Week Colorado | Family Law Legislation: A Brave New World | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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University of Miami School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2014 |
University of Colorado | BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration | 2010 |
Cherry Creek High School | N/A | 2006 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Family Law Basics Continuing Legal Education (CLE) | Jurisdictional Issues in Domestic Relations Matters | 2020 |
Barristers’ Benefit Ball | Keynote Speaker as Chair of MVL Board | 2020 |
Family Law Spring Update 2019 | The Pandora's Box of NSFOP Use | 2019 |
The Peter Boyles Show | Morning Talk Show 710KNUS | 2017 |
Family Law with Professor Jennifer Hendricks | Economic Misconduct in Divorce | 2017 |
Colorado CLE | An Introduction to Trust Issues in Divorce | 2016 |
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Fall 2015 Lunch & Learn | Family Law Issues Every Financial Planner Should Know | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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In re Marriage of Sartin, 15CA1183 (Colo. App. April 21, 2016) | Prevailed on Appeal |
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Bailey Mahoney, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. King is an excellent, compassionate and hardworking attorney. He is skilled in his ability to address complex issues and assist clients in moving toward resolution both in and out of a courtroom. I highly recommend Mr. King.
Brandi Petterson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 31, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Ben is the epitome of an effective family law attorney and is highly regard within the community. In the midst of a contentious situation, I witnessed Ben be a tenacious, skilled advocate for his client while remaining incredibly professional and respectful. I certainly recommend him without hesitation.
Olivia Larson, Family Attorney on Mar 3, 2020
Relationship: Co-worker
Ben is an exceptional mediator, litigator, and advocate for his clients in family law disputes. His dedication to his clients and his knowledge of the law are unparalleled. I highly endorse Ben for anyone in need of a family law attorney.
Anthony Zarsky, Mediation Attorney on Oct 11, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have worked with Ben through mediation and found him to be an excellent mediator who fully understood the issues at hand and worked diligently to assist with settlement. I happily endorse this lawyer.
Megan Sherr, Mediation Attorney on Sep 13, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I recently used Ben King as a mediator in a high conflict divorce. Both attorneys involved were very seasoned, but the clients were worlds apart on settlement. Ben was patient and tenacious. He interacted with each of the clients in thoughtful and respectful manner. They both felt very confident in Ben's skills and trusted his input. The case settled, which seemed very unlikely at first. I highly recommend Ben as a mediator.
Erika Gebhardt, Family Attorney on Aug 8, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Ben and I were Opposing Counsel on a very difficult case, which did not look like there was any chance of settling. Ben provided creative solutions to the issues at hand, while still zealously advocating for his client, and we were able to get things resolved in a way that made sense for both of our clients. I highly recommend Ben as a family law attorney.
Eliza Steinberg, Mediation Attorney on Aug 6, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Ben is knowledgeable, efficient, patient and solution-oriented. He tackles complex issues with ease and is an excellent mediator and attorney. I endorse this lawyer.
Hannah Westmont, Mediation Attorney on Aug 2, 2019
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I have had the pleasure of using Mr. King as a mediator on several cases. Each time Mr. King demonstrated that he was prepared, knowledgeable and compassionate to the parties involved. I routinely recommend Mr. King as a mediator to my clients and other family law practitioners without hesitation.
Brandi Petterson, Divorce and separation Attorney on Jul 31, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Ben is the epitome of an effective family law attorney and is highly regard within the community. In the midst of a contentious situation, I witnessed Ben be a tenacious, skilled advocate for his client while remaining incredibly professional and respectful. I certainly recommend him without hesitation.
Laura Shapiro, Family Attorney on Mar 4, 2019
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Ben is ethical, honest and great to work with.
Rebecca Gumaer, Family Attorney on Jan 4, 2019
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Courtney Cline, Mediation Attorney on Sep 13, 2018
Relationship: Worked together on matter
We hired Ben King to mediate a very contentious post-decree enforcement and modification action. Ben was very well prepared, efficient, and effective. I would highly recommend him!
Carla Little, Family Attorney on Jul 30, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer- Ben is amazing in Divorce and Family Law issues. I consider his firm my go to for all family law issues.
Kaitlyn Wright, Family Attorney on Feb 20, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Bailey Mahoney, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. King is an excellent, compassionate and hardworking attorney. He is skilled in his ability to address complex issues and assist clients in moving toward resolution both in and out of a courtroom. I highly recommend Mr. King.
Michael Switzer, Family Attorney on Aug 21, 2017
Relationship: Co-worker
I endorse Mr. King. I came to know Mr. King even before he was licensed to practice law. During that time, it was clear he was both zealous and passionate about the law. Since becoming a lawyer, I have no doubt that Mr. King continues to provide his clients with outstanding services.
Diana Sada, Family Attorney on Jun 5, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Ben is a pleasure to work against. He got right to the point and is always professional and reasonable as opposing counsel. I endorse this lawyer.
Javier Enriquez, Litigation Attorney on Apr 21, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I have known Mr. King for several years, and absolutely endorse this lawyer. From the time Mr. King was at the University of Miami, it was clear that he would be a fine litigator and a great counselor. As a family attorney in Miami, I am used to dealing with complex family law issues, domestically and internationally, as such I am confident that Mr. King is a great attorney to have in your corner for any family law disputes in Colorado.
Peter Simon, Family Attorney on Feb 21, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Ben is fantastic. He is both reasonable yet persistent, and this leads to great outcomes for his clients.
Danielle Davis, Family Attorney on Feb 6, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
Ben is a professional, knowledgable, and impressive lawyer with courtroom presence and the confidence to use his experience intelligently for his clients. As it becomes easier and easier for lawyers to avoid communication and generate unnecessary animosity between themselves and the parties, Ben remains a solid professional and takes the high ground.
Elizabeth Bonanno, Family Attorney on Jan 10, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ben is very personable and conscientious and works to resolve disputes collaboratively. I endorse this lawyer.
Rebecca Baer, Family Attorney on Jan 4, 2017
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Ben is a superb writer, detail-oriented and dedicated to developing the skills necessary to build a successful legal career. Ben is also quick-witted with a great sense of humor, traits invaluable in the stressful practice of family law! I endorse this lawyer.